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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15E033000

Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software

Published May 4, 2015 · Recall initiated: May 4, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15E033000, published May 4, 2015. Recalling firm: Vapor Bus International; Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software.

What's the hazard

Vapor Bus International (Vapor Bus) is recalling certain ETO Controller Assemblies, part number 51220550, manufactured March 7, 2013, to April 12, 2015. These assemblies, which control the door operator motor and brake, may have a software defect which can cause the rear passenger doors to open, without warning, when the bus accelerates from a stopped position.

What to do

Vapor Bus has notified the bus manufacturers that purchased the affected units, and dealers will update the ETO Controller Assembly software, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Vapor Bus customer service at 1-847-777-6450.

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Recall details

Brand
VAPOR
Model
ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY
Manufacturer
Vapor Bus International
Lot
VAPOR ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY
Risk classification
E
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was Vapor Eto Controller Assembly — Electrical system: software recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15E033000 on May 4, 2015. Reported hazard: Vapor Bus International (Vapor Bus) is recalling certain ETO Controller Assemblies, part number 51220550, manufactured March 7, 2013, to April 12, 2015. These assemblies, which control the door operator motor and brake, may have a software defect which can cause the rear passenger doors to open, without warning, when the bus accelerates from a stopped position.

What should I do if I have this product?

Vapor Bus has notified the bus manufacturers that purchased the affected units, and dealers will update the ETO Controller Assembly software, free of charge. The recall began on May 8, 2015. Owners may contact Vapor Bus customer service at 1-847-777-6450.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: VAPOR. Model: ETO CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)